NEW DELHI: Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag recently shared his admiration for current Indian captain Rohit Sharma, choosing him over several cricketing legends during a 'this or that' challenge at the Delhi Premier League T20.
Sehwag's choices, which included comparisons between MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and international stars like AB de Villiers and Ben Stokes, demonstrated his belief in Rohit's superior talent and leadership.
In the challenge, Sehwag first selected MS Dhoni over Ben Stokes, citing his loyalty to his former captain.
When asked to choose between Dhoni and AB de Villiers, Sehwag opted for the South African star. The challenge continued with Sehwag choosing Virat Kohli over ABD and Pat Cummins. However, when it came to the pivotal choice between Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Sehwag confidently selected Rohit.
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The former Indian cricketer proceeded to pick Rohit over David Warner and Dale Steyn, underlining his belief in the current Indian captain’s abilities.
The video of Sehwag’s challenge quickly went viral, sparking lively debates among fans and showcasing a wide range of differing opinions on his selections.
Rohit Sharma has indeed been a crucial figure in Indian
cricket
for over a decade, revolutionizing the team’s approach with his aggressive, yet calculated style of play.
His leadership was vital in securing India’s victory in the 2024
T20 World Cup
, ending an 11-year drought for a major ICC trophy. Rohit’s form as an opener has consistently placed him among the best in the world, with his performances often leading India to victory across all formats.
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